Biblical Viewpoint

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• The Big Miss

  By Michael Griego on April 28, 2017 • ( 2 )

  

  The brilliant parables of Jesus were often confusing to even the Disciples. Here’s one that is often misconstrued in its application for then and now. ♦ The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) is a popular parable told by Jesus that is… Read More ›

• Faith Integrated with Your Behavior?

  By Michael Griego on April 21, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Over 100 million Americans claim to have a Biblical Worldview and would call themselves Christians. New research shows that only 20% actually have integrated their faith with their behavior. ♦ Jesus once asked his own disciples a very straight-forward question: “Who… Read More ›

• Good Friday Disaster

  By Michael Griego on April 14, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Things could not have turned more cruel or ugly on the cusp of such a promising weekend. No one was prepared for what happened on that Friday and then on Sunday. ♦ The two men were devastated as they walked toward… Read More ›

• What Was Jesus Thinking?

  By Michael Griego on April 7, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Regardless of your Easter season traditions, it’s interesting to consider the central figure of the holiday. Jesus’ behavior was significantly odd and noteworthy that week. ♦ Like many other Jews of the day, Jesus was traveling to Jerusalem to celebrate Passover,… Read More ›

• Silicon Valley Prayer People

  By Michael Griego on March 31, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  People pray even in sophisticated places like the Silicon Valley. What are they praying about and what does it matter? A lot, actually. ♦ I attended a breakfast meeting this morning. It was not an intimate gathering – there were over… Read More ›

• A Stay-at-Home Mom I Know

  By Michael Griego on March 24, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Does the Bible have an issue with working women? Shouldn’t all Christian mothers stay at home with their children? The answer may surprise you. ♦ My own wife was a working woman. (Of course, she still is a very hard-working woman!)… Read More ›

• Christianity is a Learned Experience

  By Michael Griego on March 17, 2017 • ( 1 )

  

  We’ve all got to start somewhere. Many have misconstrued ideas about the Christian faith. Are you open to give and receive new information? ♦ I met a man once who told me he was a Christian because he always went to church… Read More ›

• As the Father Goes…

  By Michael Griego on March 10, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  A father’s impact is significant on any child and family. He may be present or absent, positive or negative, God-fearing or not. Either way, his impact is profound. ♦ We all have a father. He may be known to us and… Read More ›

• Effective Prayer – Is It Even Possible?

  By Michael Griego on March 3, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  With the best of intentions, many of us actually pay lip-service to prayer. Literally. Can one learn to be effective in prayer? Yes, but not without conditions. Here are 4 keys. ♦ Prayer is one of those socially acceptable topics and… Read More ›

• Redeeming Love – an Old Modern Story

  By Michael Griego on February 24, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  A modern story highlights human pain, struggle, and restoration while it mirrors the rich imagery of an Old Testament prophet. It’s enough to make one weep. ♦ I can only recall two times that I literally cried after reading a book…. Read More ›

• A Person’s Right to Choose

  By Michael Griego on February 17, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Human history is replete with debate over social, political, and religious issues. While a “right to choose” is a celebrated ideal on the social front, it applies as well to one’s faith journey. ♦ In a recent discussion about abortion, a woman emphasized… Read More ›

• Blinded by Idols and Speculations?

  By Michael Griego on February 10, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Is your view of life influenced by your own idols and speculations? Of course it is. Is that a bad thing? Not necessarily. Depends on if it blinds you. ♦ A father gets on a plane for another day trip across the… Read More ›

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